Cuban President Highlights Dialogue Process with the US

Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirmed today at a press conference in Havana. The existence of an initial dialogue process between Cuban officials and representatives of the United States government. Seeking solutions to bilateral differences.

In response to a question from Prensa Latina, the also Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba emphasized that there has been much speculation about this process. That it has been the practice of the Revolution not to respond to these campaigns.

He clarified that this is a very sensitive process. Carried out with the discretion and responsibility it requires at each stage, because it concerns the relationship between Cuba and the United States.

The Cuban president noted that these exchanges demand a tenacious effort to move forward with solutions. Which is why it is necessary to find common ground that allows progress in the process and “moves us away from confrontation.”

He explained that the recent talks are in line with the consistent policy that has always characterized the Revolution. Under the leadership of Army General Raúl Castro, its historical leader, and have been conducted jointly with the main authorities of the Cuban Party, Government, and State.

Also he noted that these exchanges have facilitated by international actors. Which, he clarified, is not the first time this has happened. Recalled the dialogue process led by then-President Raúl Castro with his US counterpart, Barack Obama. Also which led to the reestablishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Díaz-Canel indicated that the talks are aimed at defining bilateral problems and ways to resolve them. As well as determining whether there is a willingness on both sides to take concrete actions for the benefit of both nations.

He added that this involves finding areas of cooperation through. Which threats can be confront and the security and peace of both countries and the region can be guaranteed. “In these exchanges, we have expressed our willingness to continue the process. Under the principles of equality and respect for the political systems of both countries, sovereignty, and self-determination. Also taking into account the principle of reciprocity in accordance with international law,” he stated.

High-ranking officials from the Communist Party of Cuba, the Cuban government and state. As well as representatives from various media outlets, were present at the press conference.

With information from Prensa Latina